3 flights, 2 connections and 30 hours later Ive finally arrived on Liberia. Its rainy, humid and hot here. Its pooring like there is no tomorrow. Its kind of cool.
So let me tell you about my last 35 hours. After arriving at LAX I made my first flight on time. But when we went onto the run way and were abour to take off the pilots told us there was maintenance problems and we were headed back to our gate. When we got there we sat there an hour waiting for them to fix the problem, but as they fixed the first they found a new one and then another one and another one. Finally they decided they were going to take that plane out of commission and so let unloaded us on and put us on another flight. When I landed in Chicago our gate was occupado and I had 20 minutes to make my flight to Brussels, Belgium. I was fortunate enough that, once we got to the gate, someone overheard me talking about my flight and the amount of time I had to make it to my gate that they told everyone to let me get off first so I could make it. I made with just a few minutes to spare. 9 hours later I landed in Brussels. Called the folks to let them know I was alright and then got some lunch (cost me $15!, stupid bad economy), and charged the ole iPod. The flight to Monrovia, Liberia had no problems and I fortunate enough to have the Director of Development for Mercy Ships on my flight. She was escorting Rookie NFL Star Malcom Kellie to the Africa Mercy. He'll be here a week and a half. So when we landed Malcom had a press conference with the Liberia Media. They spent half an hour asking him questions and then we got our baggage and jumped in some jeeps and drove an hour and a half to the ship. Let me tell you. Its nicer than I expected. Im sharing a room with three other guys and they are super nice. Right now Im in the internet cafe updating and waiting for an open line to make some calls home.
More new on my trip coming Tuesday.....
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uvfgvPraise the Lord for guiding and directing you through your flights and connections. We are anxious to see how the Lord will be using you on the Mercy Ship. Love, Papa
We've been praying for safe travels for you and God has answered our prayers! Hallelujah! We're excited for you and can't wait to hear more about what He's doing in your life. Keep blogging!
Good job, Wes. Thanks for the update. I really want to see pictures so don't forget the camera. =)
Mama Christensen
Hey Wes...PRAISE JESUS, you made it just fine....knew you could do it, buddy! Gramps an I prayed and prayed,from the time you had the problem at LAX, thru the air and over the sea. I'm sure your family is happy to hear also! Just had a message from Jamilyn, saying that she and Jack are missing you already!! Your trip sounded very interesting...loved all your news! Can Grampa and I do this? Ha!...love you...XOXOXO Grama Fran..GOD Bless
WEll i've been reading these comments and most of them say that we have been praying for you. That prayer has payed off! Reading that blogg i let out a huge sigh. God is truly in your hands! You are one lucky duck to meet the mercy ship commisioner. I honestly cant wait for more updats! I will email too!
Awesome, Wes. We are praying for you and enjoying reading your blog.It is plain to see that God is blessing your efforts.Looking forward to hearing more. This is exciting! Frank and Bette Norton
Wes, glad to see you arrived safely in Liberia. I had told your dad you might be on the same flight as Malcolm Kelly, and am glad it turned out that you were. You are in good hands now that you're on the Africa Mercy. I'm looking forward to reading your blog and praying for you in the coming weeks. God has exciting things in store for you! Glenn Price
Glad to know you made it safe!!! We will look forward to hearing more about your jobs and how the ship is! Thanks for taking the time to update us! It will be fun to follow along with your journey. We are down in Mexico with the Sains family. We will be praying for you. Lots of love, Mrs. Yates
We're glad you made it there safely, we are excited to read new stories on your trip. Come back safely.
Hi Wes!! Praises for your safe arrival - and isn't God great to begin stretching your faith so quickly :) It is also great to see that He answered your prayer regarding travel anxiety when you got on the same plane as a mercy ship employee! From that point on, you could relax, I am sure! We can't wait it see how God is using you and "growing" you this month! We'll keep reading...love and hugs - Mrs. Phipps
Sounds like an awesome start (God's hands all over it). . . and a perfect memory for your 18th birthday! We'll continue to pray.
Wow, you've already had quite an adventure just getting to the ship! I wonder what else God has in store for you? Whatever it is,I'm sure it will all be good & a learning & growing experience. We are keeping you in our prayers.
The Nielsen family
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